Musing — Charcoal on Paper by Arnaud Quercy
Charcoal on Paper, 21.0×30.0cm
Arnaud Quercy, 2023 — France
Where geometric meets organic in charcoal — contemplation made visible
- ✓ Original artwork, hand-drawn by Arnaud Quercy
- ✓ Certificate of authenticity included
Arnaud Quercy is a Parisian artist working across painting, music, and sculpture. His practice is grounded in Ideamorphism — the principle that a work of art does not carry meaning, but triggers it. Each piece is engineered to diffract differently through each person who encounters it.
He creates and exhibits at Art Quam Anima, his gallery-atelier at 28 rue du Dragon, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris.
About This Artwork
This contemplative charcoal drawing explores introspection through abstract forms and intricate shading. Part of the Untamed Creations collection, the work captures the essence of quiet reflection using geometric shapes that suggest both architectural elements and organic forms. The composition invites viewers into a meditative space where familiar objects transform into symbols of inner contemplation.
Warm tan and silver tones dominate the composition, creating substantial areas of light that contrast with darker charcoal passages. The drawing organizes these tonal relationships through careful gradations, where lighter grays occupy significant portions while deeper browns and very dark grays provide structural anchors. Small accent notes of cornsilk and white appear sparingly, adding subtle luminosity to key areas. The charcoal medium allows for rich textural variation, from smooth gradations to rougher, more expressive marks.
The work measures 21.0 × 30.0 cm on paper, positioning it as a medium-scale drawing suitable for intimate viewing. Created in 2023 as part of Quercy's contemporary practice, the piece bears certificate number 20231231-0032 with the artist's signature on the front. The drawing demonstrates the artist's skill in using traditional charcoal techniques to create complex spatial relationships within a relatively compact format.
Details & Provenance
Technical Specifications
- Medium: Charcoal on Paper
- Dimensions: 21.0×30.0cm
- Weight:
- Created: 2023, France
- Certificate: 20231231-0032
- SKU: Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0446 / 2023
Gallery Label
Musing Charcoal on Paper, 21.0×30.0cm Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0446 / 2023
Materials & Technique
This drawing is created using artist-grade charcoal on acid-free, archival paper. Charcoal allows for rich, velvety blacks and subtle tonal gradations, with both broad gestural marks and fine detail work.
The finished work is treated with fixative to preserve the delicate charcoal surface. Each piece is signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity with unique registration number.
Collection Notice
This work is part of the artist's permanent collection and is not available for acquisition.
